Hourly Pooled - High School Research Assistant

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JOB TITLE:

High School Research Assistant

JOB PURPOSE:

Assist in performing investigative research requiring in person data collection and participant recruitment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties include learning about how human research is conducted at the University level. Recruitment of participants for study visits. Recruitment may include setting up a recruitment table at events with the help of undergraduate and graduate research assistants, hanging up flyers, word of mouth recruiting, brainstorming ways to engage high school age potential participants, and help designing social media posts. Candidates will be expected to meet undergraduate and graduate RAs bi-weekly (every two weeks). Scheduling the meeting is flexible to accommodate school and extra-curricular activities.

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to Learn
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability
• Quality Orientation
• Safety Awareness
• Teamwork

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Passing grades in high school courses

Experience: None

Other requirements:

• Highly organized
• Professionalism
• Exhibit good written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in word-processing
• Must have a reliable mode of transportation

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Interest in nutrition, psychology, biology, or other biomedical sciences
• Ability to create informative flyers
• Familiarity with popular social media outlets

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, high school transcripts (or last grades) and three references. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 06/30/2025 will receive full consideration.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

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